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An old expression meaning heartily or quickly.

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The part of a ship's rigging which is permanently secured and immovable; e.g. stays, shrouds, etc.

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A term used to cover all of the anchor gear.

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The alternate rise and fall of the bow of a vessel proceeding through waves.

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A large net with its mouth held open, towed by a trawler along the bottom to catch bottom fish.

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A change in the wind direction.

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On wooden boats, a line of planking running from the bow to the stern along the hull.

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Said of anchor when it lifts clear of the bottom.

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A written agreement between the master of a ship and the crew concerning their employment. It includes rates of pay and capacity of each crewman, the date of commencement of the voyage and its duration.

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Tassels of unraveled line, yarns, etc. which are lashed around chafe spots such as spreaders to prevent chafe on sails.

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An indicator which signals the difference in pressure between any two points of a system or a component.

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Is the piping between the compressor and the aftercooler, the aftercooler separator and the air receiver.

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A survey that shows how much energy you use in your compressed air generation. It will help find ways to use energy more efficiently.2. A survey that shows how much energy you use in your house or apartment. It will help you find ways to use less energy.

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A barge which loads material dumped into it by a dredger and discharges the cargo through the bottom.

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The erection or superstructure fitted about amidship on the upper deck of a ship. The officer's quarters, staterooms and accommodations are usually in the bridge house.

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Vessel or vessels of practically any size or type.

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A short spar under the cap of the bowsprit used for holding down a jib boom.

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A strong vertical post used to attach lines for towing or mooring.

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A bulkhead placed athwartships.

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A draft payable on demand upon presentation.

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